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Lee vs Ridge

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lee

Boy #715 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"meadow, woodland clearing"

Origin: Old English leah

Cultural Roots

English American Chinese (as Li) Korean

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#715
Total SSA Count
370
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Lee Rank #715
Ridge Rank #529

Ridge is more popular, ranked #529 vs #715 for Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lee or Ridge more popular?

Ridge is more popular, ranked #529 compared to Lee at #715 in the United States.

What do Lee and Ridge mean?

Lee means "meadow, woodland clearing" (Old English leah origin). Ridge means "dweller near the ridge" (Old English origin).

Are Lee and Ridge boy or girl names?

Lee is primarily a boy name. Ridge is primarily a boy name.

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